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Ola Løkken Nordrum @olaln.bsky.social · 2h

Less cars on the quays after they introduced the bus gate, but that doesn't stop taxi and bus drivers from trying to kill you.

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Ola Løkken Nordrum @olaln.bsky.social · 3h

Another brutal cycle along the quays this morning - nearly pushed off the road by 5 taxi drivers and 3 bus drivers.

Dublin City Council can say what they want, but cycling in Dublin is getting more dangerous by the day.

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Irish Doctors for the Environment @irishdocsenv.bsky.social · 6h

If you wonder why we are failing to reduce our transport emissions and why we have a dysfunctional car-centric transport system. This is why. This is who are invited to aa Oireachtas committee to discuss transport and climate targets...

The mind boggles.

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Irish Doctors for the Environment @irishdocsenv.bsky.social · 1d

As is, with his continued push to not only lift the Dublin Airport passenger cap but also to significantly increase numbers, Minister O'Brien seems more like a minister for worsening climate change than one responsible for climate action and a sustainable transport system.

Brilliant letter below!

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Ola Løkken Nordrum @olaln.bsky.social · 1d

This is so disheartening. Getting rid of single-use cups is such a small, obvious step compared to the massive changes we’ll need to make.

If we can’t even do this, what hope do we have for the future?

Kerry town that banned disposable coffee cups sees project falter amid Government U-turn

Two projects in Dublin, inspired by Killarney Coffee Cup Project, now in doubt

www.irishtimes.com

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Irish Doctors for the Environment @irishdocsenv.bsky.social · 2d

What an energising, inspiring weekend spent with the most wonderful visionaries in beautiful Co. Wicklow.

A few snapshots from our séjour this weekend!

Here's to the future of IDE and to a fairer, healthier and greener planet for all 🌎

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Aislínn Kelly @aislinnn.bsky.social · 3d

We desperately need a budget that prioritises climate action. The time is now.
Some ideas from myself and @olaln.bsky.social

open.substack.com/pub/aislinna...

Budget 2026 Must Secure Our Future

We cannot face another year of denial and inaction

open.substack.com

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Ola Løkken Nordrum @olaln.bsky.social · 3d

🌍 Will 2026 finally be the year the Irish government turns the tide for nature and climate?

Thoughts from myself and @aislinnn.bsky.social 🌱
#Budget2026

Budget 2026 Must Secure Our Future

We cannot face another year of denial and inaction

aislinna.substack.com

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Irish Doctors for the Environment @irishdocsenv.bsky.social · 3d

There is NO reason for these vehicles to be on Irish roads.

They might serve a small purpose in certain rural landscapes for a limited number of people, but they do NOT belong in urban environments.

Irish Examiner @irishexaminer.bsky.social · 3d

Ineos Grenadier Quartermaster review: rugged 4x4 tested on Irish roads and off-road terrain

The Ineos Grenadier Quartermaster channels the spirit of the Defender, delivering rugged off-road brilliance but testing urban patience

dlvr.it

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Ola Løkken Nordrum @olaln.bsky.social · 5d

I've teamed up with the brilliant @aislinnn.bsky.social on how the Budget 2026 not only could, but should be the landmark turning point for Ireland taking ownership of climate and nature action.
#Budget2026

Budget 2026 Must Secure Our Future

We cannot face another year of denial and inaction

open.substack.com

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Ola Løkken Nordrum @olaln.bsky.social · 5d

I've teamed up with the brilliant @aislinnn.bsky.social on how the Budget 2026 not only could, but should be the landmark turning point for Ireland taking ownership of climate and nature action.
#Budget2026

Budget 2026 Must Secure Our Future

We cannot face another year of denial and inaction

open.substack.com

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Ola Løkken Nordrum @olaln.bsky.social · 5d

An important perspective from @ciarancannon.bsky.social!

The contrast between active transport and car infrastructure becomes even starker once you factor in the broader financial and health costs of cars, whether it's inactivity, air pollution, or noise pollution (to name but a few negatives...).

Opinion: Those outraged by a €100k bike shed should look at the annual cost of renting out car park spaces

We have completely normalised investment in congestion, pollution and the continuation of car-first planning, writes Ciarán Cannon.

www.thejournal.ie

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Karl Stanley @karlstanley.bsky.social · 5d

This is an utterly appalling statement for a government representative in a democratic republic to make. It’s the sort of stuff you’d expect from a dictatorship. “Regrettable” - I can’t think of a more apt word than “evil” to describe that statement.

I BIKE Dublin @ibike.ie · 5d

The response from the Minister's representative at yesterday's meeting in Leinster House was shocking.

It's very clear that this government is not taking road safety seriously and people will die as a result.

www.fm104.ie/news/fm104-n...

Jason Cullen from the Dublin Commuter Coalition said a response from a staff member from the Junior Transport Minister, Sean Canney's office, during that presentation, was alarming.

"The clear indication that we got from the Minister's staff member there, was that it would be at least 18 months before we see any form of instruction to local county councils.

'When I pointed out to him that within that time 20 to 30 cyclists will probably have been killed on our roads due to the current trends that we're seeing, the response from him was that it is 'regrettable' that that will happen.

"It really took my breath away."

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Irish Doctors for the Environment @irishdocsenv.bsky.social · 5d

The science is clear: a default 30km/h speed limit in all urban areas will save lives!

Any further delay in implementing this long overdue change is unforgivable.
#Love30

Campaigners heap pressure on government to rollout 30km speed limit

The Love30 campaign is stepping up the pressure - calling on the government to stop delaying and deliver a default 30km speed limit in towns and cities.

www.fm104.ie

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I BIKE Dublin @ibike.ie · 5d

The response from the Minister's representative at yesterday's meeting in Leinster House was shocking.

It's very clear that this government is not taking road safety seriously and people will die as a result.

www.fm104.ie/news/fm104-n...

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Ola Løkken Nordrum @olaln.bsky.social · 7d

Another sub-par active travel project from DCC: Fitzwilliam Quay to Londonbridge Rd along the Dodder.

It’s 500 m of narrow two-way cycle lane with a strange, dangerous junction at the end and several other issues.

Perhaps the biggest concern? It’s expected to take 6–9 months to finish... 🐌

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Ola Løkken Nordrum @olaln.bsky.social · 7d

Europe is losing the equivalent of 600 football pitches of natural and agricultural land every day.

We are squandering what little nature we have left.

Revealed: Europe losing 600 football pitches of nature and crop land a day

Investigation shows extent of green land lost across UK and mainland Europe to development from 2018 to 2023

www.theguardian.com

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Ola Løkken Nordrum @olaln.bsky.social · 7d

Nobody is suggesting closing off the entire city to cars. Yes, more frequent and extensive car free days must be accompanied by better public transport, but at some point we must challenge the idea that people driving to places are more important than people enjoying their streets safely.

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Ola Løkken Nordrum @olaln.bsky.social · 8d

I'd vote for Dave!

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Irish Doctors for the Environment @irishdocsenv.bsky.social · 9d

This is a shocking indictment of public policy.

Ola Løkken Nordrum @olaln.bsky.social · 9d

The NTA’s 2024 Travel Survey is out.

Car use is rising. Active and public transport are stagnant.

The consequences aren’t future risks — they’re here, for our health and the planet.

And make no mistake: this isn’t policy failure. It’s policy intent, locally and nationally.

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Ola Løkken Nordrum @olaln.bsky.social · 9d

The NTA’s 2024 Travel Survey is out.

Car use is rising. Active and public transport are stagnant.

The consequences aren’t future risks — they’re here, for our health and the planet.

And make no mistake: this isn’t policy failure. It’s policy intent, locally and nationally.

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Ola Løkken Nordrum @olaln.bsky.social · 9d

This has enormous implications for human health.

Our health and wellbeing as humans is intrinsically linked to that of the planet and the natural world.
#PlanetaryHealth

Irish Doctors for the Environment @irishdocsenv.bsky.social · 9d

Another damning report.

We continue to mortgage the health of both current and future generations to realise short-term economic and development gains in the present.

Ireland’s natural environment in ‘very poor’ condition, EU analysis finds

European Environment Report - news (analysis piece to follow) Embargoed to Sunday night 11pm

www.irishtimes.com

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Ola Løkken Nordrum @olaln.bsky.social · 9d

Kevin, I’ve spent countless hours, on a completely voluntary basis (btw), working to bring about real change in healthcare and wider society.

Debate is welcome, but it helps to recognise when people are actually putting in the effort.

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Ola Løkken Nordrum @olaln.bsky.social · 9d

Careful here lads @kevinwbaker.bsky.social / @feljin.ie / @emmet.quiddity.ie / @cianginty.bsky.social … This discourse is giving me Twitter / X vibes…

I apologise if I offended anyone here, but as I’ve said repeatedly, my piece was aimed the system, not volunteers.

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Aislínn Kelly @aislinnn.bsky.social · 10d

In my latest Substack, I explore how time outdoors sharpens our clarity, why psychologists say we’re wired for nature, and how urban parks can cool cities, filter air, and strengthen communities. 🌳

open.substack.com/pub/aislinna...

The People’s Parks

The co-benefits of green spaces and why we need to protect them

open.substack.com

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